Chinchou FAQ · type, weaknesses, evolution, stats
TL;DR. Chinchou (#0170) is a water/electric-type Pokémon from Generation 2 (Johto). The Angler Pokémon. It shoots positive and negative elec tricity between the tips of its two antennae and zaps its enemies.
What type is Chinchou?
Chinchou is a Water/Electric-type Pokémon. Dual-typing stacks weaknesses and resistances. see the full matchup table below.
What is Chinchou weak to?
Chinchou takes 2× damage from Grass, Ground. It has no 4× weaknesses.
What is Chinchou resistant to?
Chinchou resists Fire, Water, Ice, Flying, Steel. It has no full immunities.
How does Chinchou evolve?
Chinchou evolves into Lanturn (Level 27).
What generation is Chinchou from?
Chinchou was introduced in Generation II (the Johto region). Its Pokédex number is #0170.
What are Chinchou's base stats?
Chinchou has HP 75, Attack 38, Defense 38, Special Attack 56, Special Defense 56, and Speed 67. Total base stat total: 330.
What are Chinchou's abilities?
Chinchou can have the abilities Volt Absorb, Illuminate, plus the Hidden Ability Water Absorb.
Is Chinchou legendary or mythical?
No. Chinchou is a regular Pokémon, not classified as Legendary or Mythical.